Supabase Storage Storage bucket not found error when trying to access or manipulate a storage bucket.

What is Supabase Storage Storage bucket not found error when trying to access or manipulate a storage bucket.

Understanding Supabase Storage

Supabase Storage is a powerful feature of the Supabase platform, designed to provide developers with a scalable and easy-to-use solution for managing file storage. It allows you to store, retrieve, and manage files directly from your Supabase project, making it an ideal choice for applications that require file uploads, downloads, and storage management.

Identifying the Symptom

When working with Supabase Storage, you might encounter an error message indicating that a storage bucket cannot be found. This typically occurs when attempting to access or manipulate a bucket that does not exist. The error message might look something like this:

{"error": "StorageNotFound", "message": "The specified storage bucket does not exist."}

Explaining the Issue

The StorageNotFound error is a common issue that arises when the system is unable to locate the specified storage bucket. This can happen for several reasons, but the most common cause is that the bucket name is incorrect or the bucket has not been created yet. It's important to ensure that the bucket name is spelled correctly and that it exists within your Supabase project.

Common Causes

Typographical errors in the bucket name. The bucket has not been created in the Supabase dashboard. Attempting to access a bucket from a different Supabase project.

Steps to Fix the Issue

To resolve the StorageNotFound error, follow these steps:

Step 1: Verify the Bucket Name

Ensure that the bucket name you are using in your code matches exactly with the name of the bucket created in the Supabase dashboard. Bucket names are case-sensitive, so double-check for any discrepancies.

Step 2: Check Bucket Creation

Log into your Supabase dashboard and navigate to the Storage section. Verify that the bucket you are trying to access has been created. If it doesn't exist, create a new bucket with the desired name.

// Example: Creating a new bucket using Supabase JavaScript clientconst { data, error } = await supabase.storage.createBucket('my-bucket');if (error) console.error('Error creating bucket:', error);

Step 3: Confirm Project Association

Ensure that you are accessing the bucket from the correct Supabase project. Each project has its own set of storage buckets, and accessing a bucket from a different project will result in a StorageNotFound error.

Additional Resources

For more information on managing storage buckets in Supabase, refer to the Supabase Storage Documentation. If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to the Supabase community for support.